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Practical guides on licensing, brokerage changes, commission structures, and building your real estate career in Victoria and across the island.

Real Estate Brokerage Support That Actually Matters on Vancouver Island

Career Growth

Real Estate Brokerage Support That Actually Matters on Vancouver Island

What REALTORS® should expect from brokerage support in Victoria — managing brokers, conveyancing, training, tech, and real help vs. brochure promises.

August 30, 2026

Marketing Yourself as a New Real Estate Agent on Vancouver Island

Marketing & Brand

Marketing Yourself as a New Real Estate Agent on Vancouver Island

Marketing strategies for new REALTORS® in Victoria and on Vancouver Island — branding, online presence, sphere of influence, and what drives early clients.

August 16, 2026

Real Estate Photography Tips for Agents: How to Make Vancouver Island Listings Stand Out

Marketing & Brand

Real Estate Photography Tips for Agents: How to Make Vancouver Island Listings Stand Out

Professional real estate photography tips for BC agents — preparation, lighting, composition, and when to hire a pro. Plus how to coordinate quality listing photos on Vancouver Island.

August 2, 2026

How to Price Real Estate in Victoria: Strategies for Vancouver Island Listing Agents

Listing & Pricing

How to Price Real Estate in Victoria: Strategies for Vancouver Island Listing Agents

Practical pricing strategies for Victoria and Vancouver Island REALTORS® — reading market signals, setting list prices, managing seller expectations, and adjusting when the market shifts.

July 19, 2026

How to Create a CMA in BC: A Practical Guide for Vancouver Island REALTORS®

Listing & Pricing

How to Create a CMA in BC: A Practical Guide for Vancouver Island REALTORS®

Learn how to build a credible Comparative Market Analysis on Vancouver Island — selecting comps, adjusting for property differences, presenting to sellers, and avoiding common pricing mistakes.

July 5, 2026

Active Listings When Switching Brokerages in BC: What Happens to Your Business

Transfer & Licensing

Active Listings When Switching Brokerages in BC: What Happens to Your Business

What happens to your active listings when you change brokerages in BC — listing transfers, seller agreements, pending deals, and how Vancouver Island agents protect their business during a move.

June 21, 2026

VREB Brokerage Change Guide: How Victoria REALTORS® Update Their Board Membership

Transfer & Licensing

VREB Brokerage Change Guide: How Victoria REALTORS® Update Their Board Membership

Step-by-step guidance for Victoria Real Estate Board members changing brokerages — forms, timelines, MLS access, and what to coordinate with BCFSA and your new brokerage.

June 7, 2026

BCFSA License Transfer Fee Explained: What BC REALTORS® Pay and Why

Transfer & Licensing

BCFSA License Transfer Fee Explained: What BC REALTORS® Pay and Why

A clear breakdown of the BCFSA license transfer fee for REALTORS® changing brokerages in BC — what it costs, when it applies, how to pay, and what Vancouver Island agents should plan for.

May 24, 2026

Independent vs. Franchise Brokerages: Which Is Right for Vancouver Island Agents?

Career Growth

Independent vs. Franchise Brokerages: Which Is Right for Vancouver Island Agents?

Compare independent and franchise real estate brokerages in BC — fees, autonomy, brand, support, and what matters for agents on Vancouver Island.

May 10, 2026

How to Become a Realtor in Victoria, BC (Step-by-Step)

New Agents

How to Become a Realtor in Victoria, BC (Step-by-Step)

A step-by-step guide to starting your real estate career in Victoria and on Vancouver Island — licensing, education, choosing a brokerage, and what new agents need to succeed.

April 26, 2026

Real Estate Commission Splits in BC: What Agents Actually Keep

Fees & Commission

Real Estate Commission Splits in BC: What Agents Actually Keep

Understand how real estate commission splits work in BC — gross commission, brokerage fees, desk fees, and what Vancouver Island agents actually take home.

April 12, 2026

What to Look for When Choosing a Real Estate Brokerage in Victoria

Career Growth

What to Look for When Choosing a Real Estate Brokerage in Victoria

A practical checklist for REALTORS® evaluating brokerages in Victoria and on Vancouver Island — support, fees, technology, culture, and what actually matters for your business.

March 29, 2026

Switching Brokerages on Vancouver Island: What to Know Before You Give Notice

Transfer & Licensing

Switching Brokerages on Vancouver Island: What to Know Before You Give Notice

Thinking about changing brokerages in Victoria or on Vancouver Island? Here is what to consider before you give notice — timing, active business, fees, and finding the right fit.

March 15, 2026

How to Transfer Your Real Estate License in BC

Transfer & Licensing

How to Transfer Your Real Estate License in BC

A practical guide for REALTORS® on Vancouver Island — BCFSA requirements, the IRIS portal, VREB updates, and what to expect when transferring your license to a new brokerage.

March 1, 2026